Eldorado in Schleicher County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Methodist Church of Eldorado
Photographed By Duane Hall, March 23, 2018
1. First Methodist Church of Eldorado Marker
Inscription.
First Methodist Church of Eldorado. . Established in July 1901, this congregation was the first church organized in the new town of Eldorado. Early services were held in Brush Arbors or in the local school building. In 1903 the church erected its first sanctuary and shared it with other denominations in town. In 1938 a new church structure was erected, and the old building was sold to the public school system. Though fire damaged much of the sanctuary in 1944, it was rebuilt by 1945. The church continues to serve the Eldorado community through a variety of ministries.
Established in July 1901, this congregation was the first church organized in the new town of Eldorado. Early services were held in Brush Arbors or in the local school building. In 1903 the church erected its first sanctuary and shared it with other denominations in town. In 1938 a new church structure was erected, and the old building was sold to the public school system. Though fire damaged much of the sanctuary in 1944, it was rebuilt by 1945. The church continues to serve the Eldorado community through a variety of ministries.
Erected 1996 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 12190.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1901.
Location. 30° 51.679′ N, 100° 36.007′ W. Marker is in Eldorado, Texas, in Schleicher County. Marker is at the intersection of N. Divide Street (U.S. 277) and W. Warner Street, on the left when traveling north on N. Divide Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 15 N Divide St, Eldorado TX 76936, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2018. It was originally submitted on April 8, 2018, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 181 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 8, 2018, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
